Famous quote by William F. Buckley, Jr.

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"Scientists are people who build the Brooklyn Bridge and then buy it"

- William F. Buckley, Jr.

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This quote by William F. Buckley, Jr. is a funny way of highlighting the importance of researchers in society. It suggests that researchers are not just capable of producing something fantastic, but also of recognizing its value and investing in it. This is a metaphor for the method scientists contribute to society by producing brand-new technologies, products, and services that benefit all of us. Researchers are the innovators and entrepreneurs who are continuously pushing the boundaries of what is possible. They are the ones who are willing to take risks and purchase their concepts, even if it means buying something they have already constructed. This quote is a suggestion of the significance of scientists and their contributions to society. It is a suggestion that we ought to recognize and appreciate the work of researchers and the worth they give our lives.

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USA Flag This quote is written / told by William F. Buckley, Jr. between November 24, 1925 and February 27, 2008. He/she was a famous Journalist from USA. The author also have 27 other quotes.

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